1957 Lincoln Premiere

Engine & Performance

Engine: 368 cubic inch (6.0 L) Y-block V8, naturally aspirated, producing approximately 300 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque

Transmission & Drivetrain: Turbo-Drive 3-speed automatic transmission, RWD

Performance: 0-60 mph in approximately 10.5 seconds, top speed around 115 mph, curb weight exceeding 4,500 lbs, fuel economy roughly 10-12 mpg

Exterior

Bright medium blue paint, classic 1950s long body with prominent rear tailfins, quad jet-exhaust style circular taillights embedded in heavily textured/jeweled chrome rear trim, rear-mounted Continental spare tire kit with Lincoln star emblem, extensive chrome bumpers and trim, dual exhaust tips

Interior Features

Mid-century luxury interior featuring premium leather bench seating, deep pile carpeting, abundant chrome and brushed metal accents, large two-spoke steering wheel with Lincoln center horn ring, and early analog instrumentation

Condition Assessment

Good. The vehicle appears mostly intact with straight body panels, decent blue paint finish, and complete chrome trim, currently loaded on a wooden-decked flatbed trailer.

Condition Issues: Possible minor paint blemishes, minor chrome pitting expected with age, and dusty exterior storage grime from being transported on a trailer.

Estimated Mileage: True mileage unknown, but estimated between 60,000 to 90,000 original miles based on age and preservation status

Historical Significance

Representing the pinnacle of 1950s American automotive styling and luxury excess, the 1957 Lincoln Premiere showcased extreme tailfins, jet-age design cues, and competed directly with Cadillac during the golden era of American land yachts.

Notable Features

Iconic Continental kit spare tire mount on the rear deck, heavily detailed jeweled rear chrome panel housing quad taillights, and massive vertical tailfins.

Production Numbers

Approximately 12,000 to 15,000 Premiere sedans and hardtops were produced for the 1957 model year, with only a fraction surviving today.

Maintenance Recommendations

Check for rust in traditional floor pan and rocker panel areas, service the 368 Y-block V8, flush cooling and braking systems, and inspect period-correct electrical wiring.

Fun Facts

The 1957 Lincoln Premiere was longer and heavier than many contemporary Cadillacs, earning a reputation as an ultimate highway cruiser. The large rear-mounted spare tire kit was officially known as the Continental kit, echoing the styling of the ultra-exclusive Lincoln Continental. Its massive 368 cubic inch V8 was one of the largest passenger car engines of its era.

Identified on: 9/15/2026